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HOME ISSUE 19 SPRING/SUMMER 2015

Retro vibe

A MODERN FAMILY’S NOD TO THE PAST

Decorating INTERIOR DESIGN AUTHOR JULIET LOVE’S TIPS

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Homestead with heart RESTYLING THE FARMHOUSE AT SWETTENHAM STUD

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How it all began...

The story of the growth of local business Cleave’s Earthmoving & Drainage At the age of 12, Billy Cleave left school and commenced his working life at WH Young & Sons quarry in Cosgrove. His first job was to hand load rocks into skip bins that were later loaded onto trucks. By the age of 16 he had progressed to operating the front-end loaders.

He left the quarry a few years later to work in Shepparton operating a Cranvel Wombat (Mini Backhoe) for Claude Chanter.

In these early years Billy also worked on the garbage run and the night-cart run, and those old enough to remember would probably understand that was his least favourite job.

In 1970 Billy went into partnership with Jimmy Sewel doing drainage works in Shepparton and surrounding areas. His earlier work in the quarry had a major impact in these later years and when Billy was diagnosed with cement poisoning he was basically bed ridden for five months.

When his health returned he dissolved his partnership with Jimmy and went to work for Alex Farrow, one of Shepparton’s most prominent plumbers at the time, employing around 40 staff.

Billy saw the opportunity to make another go at it alone and in 1977 when the first two backhoes for Shepparton (John Deere Chamberlains) arrived, one was for Alex Farrow and, as Alex was to discover, one was for Billy.

The day they arrived Billy told Marlene that Alex was going to sack him that day, and when she questioned why, he answered that Alex had enquired who the other backhoe was for and was told it was for Billy Cleave. (Ironically, Alex and Billy are still firm friends with Alex and Marlene’s sister, Barb, having been together now for a number of years).

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So, in 1977, Billy went out and bought a wheelbarrow and a couple of shovels and the Cleave’s business was born.

That first backhoe cost $8500 in 1977, a far cry from $150,000 price tag that a new one today can attract.

Billy and Marlene were married in Shepparton in 1958 when Billy was 23 and Marlene 18. They went on to have four children; Andrew was born in 1962, Sharon in 1965, Nicole in 1968 and Jarrod in 1971.

Marlene’s first job at the age of 14 years was working at McDonald’s corner shop where Mum’s Kitchen now stands. After two years she moved on to Dunstan’s Butcher shop in Wyndham St where she stayed for the next two years. At the age of 17 she also started working at WB Hunter’s where, over a 20 year period she clocked up 13 years of service, with the kids being born in between times.

Marlene looked after the books for Cleave’s from its inception in 1977 until 2001 when she unfortunately suffered a brain tumour and lost her sight in one eye.

After a well-deserved rest Marlene started a take-away business with daughter Sharon on the corner of Mitchell St and Benalla Rd. They became well known and very successful and had that business for 15 years.

Marlene is still involved in the takeaway business though, now with youngest daughter Nicole at Mitchell St Take-away, just around the corner from the original shop.

Andrew remembers going to work with his Dad at the age of three and sitting on the guard of the front-end loader.

He joined the business in 1979 when he was 16 and purchased his very first Case backhoe. Jarrod followed on from his brother, joining the business in 1989 at the age of 17.

On September 1, 1996, the Cleave’s

Billy and Marlene in 1958.

family business formed a company.

From its early beginnings the business has grown and diversified.

Andrew and Jarrod took over the running of the business over 20 years ago and worked hard to bring it where it is today.

The sand and gravel depot started with a few piles of sand and soil and has grown to stocking over 70 products today, including a wide range of premium sands and soils, mulches, decorative river pebbles and rocks, concrete pavers and sleepers.

Drainage and excavation works have also evolved over time to include road stabilisation, kerb and channel restructuring and footpath works. The single backhoe has also grown into an entire fleet of equipment.

Now aged 80, Billy continues to work operating his backhoe. He still enjoys laboring work and getting his hands dirty on the end of a shovel.

Marlene is now 75.

Apart from the obligatory doctors’ visits that come with later life, they are still both working and active.

After much persuasion from all the kids they are enjoying a well deserved and overdue holiday travelling through Western Australia.

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Andrew, Billy and Billy’s dad in 1963.

Billy and Marlene in 2015.

“Thanks to all of our customers over the years.”

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FEATURE HOME City to the Goulburn Sophie Sangster describes the family home at Swettenham Stud

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Beautiful bedrooms Interior designer Juliet Love’s tips for storing night-time necessities

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Giveaway Win interior styling book Love Style

21 FEATURE HOME Living in retro style A modern family surrounded by treasures from the past 30

Toddler bedroom ideas Twin sisters’ nurseries transformed

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Healthy decor Breathe easier with salt lamps

36 FEATURE HOME Innovative design achieves off-grid living

17 Bedside storage Picture: Love Style

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Energy efficiency Design ideas to reduce your carbon footprint

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Before and after — front door inspiration

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Entrance hall Interior designer Juliet Love’s decorating tips

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Grow your own herbs

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Indoor plants are back

57 FEATURE GARDEN Recycled materials and quirky pieces in outdoor haven 66

Recipes Tasty summer salads

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Welcome Each of our feature homes this issue is unique and special.

Once again people have generously shared their stories and welcomed our journalist Sharon Wright and photographers into their private sanctuaries.

We’ve also been lucky to have Sophie Sangster, a styling-forphotography enthusiast, write about the homestead at her family’s stunning Swettenham Stud.

I first spoke to Sophie as the family was packing to relocate from its city base — which was under renovation — to its working thoroughbred farm on the Goulburn River, near Nagambie.

Sophie was looking forward to rejuvenating the historic farmhouse’s interior for everyday living — and agreed to write about the homestead for this magazine.

We also visit a contemporary rural haven at Numurkah. The home, built

by Geoff Eddy for his family, has innovative design principles that are visually impressive and energy efficient.

Modern living is full of vibrant colour and retro vibe in Leonie and Cam O’Mahony’s riverside home near Shepparton.

Their 1970s brick-veneer house is filled with treasures and significant family keepsakes that give the home warmth and individual flair.

With spring in the air, Kialla West’s Sally and Kevin Monaghan will have more daylight to spend in the garden that has become their full-time job.

Their beautiful garden contains materials and pieces that have been recycled into the landscaping or upcycled into quirky garden features.

There are decorating tips from stylist and interior designer Juliet Love, plus we have a copy of her decorating book Love Style to give away.

Whether you are building, renovating or looking to freshen up a living space on a small budget, there is plenty of inspiration in this issue.

Enjoy!

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See previous issues at mmg.com.au/magazines Editor Corinna Boldiston Phone 5820 3183 Writer Sharon Wright Contributor Sophie Sangster Sub-editors Wendy Russell Sandy Lloyd Lisa Anderson Monique Preston

Graphic design Teresa Lagozzino Photographers Ray Sizer Holly Curtis Julie Mercer Digital editor Lance Simpson Advertising manager Jamie Gilbert Phone 5820 3184 Cover The sunroom in the homestead at Swettenham Stud.

Picture: Sophie Sangster Story page 8.

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the Goulburn SOPHIE SANGSTER’S PASSION FOR INTERIOR DESIGN FOUND AN OUTLET CLOSE TO HOME WHEN THE FAMILY RELOCATED FROM ITS MELBOURNE BASE TO SWETTENHAM STUD, NEAR NAGAMBIE.

OUR HOME ASKED SOPHIE TO SHARE HOW SHE REJUVENATED THE HOMESTEAD AND FOR SOME BUDGET FRIENDLY STYLING TIPS. STORY AND PHOTOGRAPHY: SOPHIE SANGSTER

Swettenham Stud, along the Goulburn River near Nagambie, has been run by the Sangster family since 1995.

The homestead features sculptured terraced gardens, established in 1939, and is surrounded by 365 ha of premier equine land.

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The blend of timber and plush fabrics add to the warmth of the living room.

The formal dining room pays homage to bloodlines of past champions and (opposite page) its shelves hold prestigious racing trophies.

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I FEEL A SENSE of still as I cross the Great Divide, the imaginary line between the perpetual chaos of the city and the restorative scent of the bush.

Melbourne is a chrysalis of steel and concrete and our design trends tend to reflect the grip of urban life.

It seems the frameworks of our city are conditioned for constant revision and upgrade. And we have fallen under its spell.

The 1980 Melbourne Cup won by Beldale Ball, owned by Robert Sangster, Adam Sangster’s father. The jockey figurine displays the Sangster racing colours.

Three weeks into our house renovations, of stepping over claw hammers and bolster chisels, we granted ourselves the opportunity to reside back on the farm.

To scoop up our children and escape the throb for a few short months is fantastically freeing.

Driving through the hedged gates of Swettenham Stud is a gratifying experience for us city folk.

The windows roll down as we coast past the aisle of blue gums and pay homage to the great mares grazing in the grassy paddocks. We are home again.

The farmhouse has been uninhabited (bar weekends and school holidays) for almost six years. And so I am presented with the sweet gift of resuscitating this loveable and delicate homestead.

Teetering on century-old foundations is a weatherboard charm, filled with romance and warmth. But although the bones are tiring, there is always a freshness inside the home.

Our front door opens into an airy grand foyer. Natural light spills from ceiling to floor. >>> 12

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Simple is beautiful in the sun-room and other light-filled pockets of the home.

Natural light fills the grand foyer where beautiful fabrics adorn the windows and sofas.

The century-old homestead features its original spiral staircase.

<<< 11 The original staircase spirals to the second storey, decorated with huge, contemporary oil canvases, reflective of the Ned Kelly era. There is an obvious connection to the history and stories of this region.

A thoughtful combination of vintage and contemporary has been established throughout.

You will see me devotedly foraging through market stalls on Saturday mornings and trawling antique furniture auctions. With a little restoration, these finds add interest and character.

Along with an equal adoration for luxury design and trend, I have an intoxicating attraction to beautiful fabric.

No window is undressed and no sofa unadorned.

Each room is themed according to purpose, with great respect to tone and colour palette.

The childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bedrooms are imaginative and playful with cheerful colours and artwork.

The individual spaces represent their personalities and ever-changing domestic needs.

In bold contrast is the formal dining room.

Showcasing bloodlines of past champions, these shelves house trophies coveted by racehorse owners the world over.

Dark timber and steel coupled with studded leather against the stone fireplace creates a staunch and masculine mood.

A nurtured quality spills through all rooms of the home telling a story of this family.

There is heart here. Awash with unique, patterned rugs, textured cushions and throws, organic tables and other furnishings, there is an intimate and familiar feel that is hard to resist. >>> 14

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“Adam and I were married in the gardens, and feel blessed to share this beautiful property with our three children, Tom, 9, Chloe, 7, and Billy, 5.”

— Sophie Sangster

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Opposite page Top (and this page, above): The historic Swettenham gardens around the homestead were designed by famous gardening journalist Jennifer Stackhouse.

Middle left: Sofas adorned with cushions add style and comfort.

Middle right: The open-plan living room is the heart of the house with room for individual activities and where the family spends most of its inside time together.

Bottom left: The children’s bedrooms are happy, organised spaces.

Bottom middle: “Everyone disappears in to various pockets of the garden, so at dinner time I ring the bell to summon them inside!” — Sophie Sangster Bottom right: A favourite family activity is to throw a few fishing lines into the Goulburn River that runs along the property.

This page Right: A grazing mare and foal at Swettenham Stud.

Sophie Sangster’s styling tips It is possible to achieve a sense of revival without a complete demolition.

Here’s some hints on how to rejuvenate your home without dipping into the savings.

1. Painting a space will provide the most dramatic change for a minimum spend. Choosing a light neutral colour for the walls and white for the ceiling will make the room look bigger and create an illusion that the ceilings are higher. Anchor the floor with exposed floorboards, a natural sisal carpet, or a lovely pale grey for something cosier.

2. I am smitten with books. All books, old and new, recipe books, story books and books for the coffee table. Filling your shelves with books will create depth and interest to the space and inspire discussion. You will find second-hand books at most weekend markets and you may stumble across lovely old collections at furniture auctions.

3: It is a constant battle to maintain the appeal of children’s bedrooms. It’s important to come to an arrangement and lay down

some rules so you are not constantly tearing Frozen or Skylanders posters off the walls. Listen to your child and choose a colour scheme together. Give away any toys they are no longer interested in. Designate spaces for all their belongings, such as books and Lego. Make it a happy, organised space that they want to be in.

4. Cushions add an immediate allure to a sofa or bedroom setting.

You can introduce contrasting colours and play with varying patterns and textures. I live by the 2–2–1 rule when styling a sofa. Two matching cushions either side will frame the seat and direct your eye to the centre.

5: It’s easy to become acclimatised to your art. Move artworks around from time to time, to make them feel new again. We don’t appreciate the pieces as much if they hang in the same location. Group similar/same artists together to create an exhibition feel.

6: Mirrors are a wonderful way of creating depth in your space.

Thoughtfully placed mirrors will reflect light and imagery, making the space appear bigger and offering twice the dimension. v

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STORING NIGHT-TIME

necessities Interior designer Juliet Love believes bedrooms are a personal sanctuary, a place to recharge at the end of each day and as such the decor should be serene and inviting.

Juliet’s new book Love Styles offers innovative ideas to create a soothing haven and choose bedroom furniture for beauty and practicality.

Night stands or bedside tables are valuable additions, providing additional storage while keeping essential items close to the bed.

These functional pieces of furniture are the perfect place for side lamps to help create a tranquil atmosphere to calm your senses at night.

“Night stands should have adequate space for lighting, as well as storage for items such as books, photographs, an alarm clock and any other items that you like to keep beside the bed,” Juliet said.

She said night stands should be the correct height for your bed and should match.

“Mis-matched side tables can work in some rooms; bohemian or eclectic style bedrooms, for example but for the most upmarket and professional look, choose matching side tables.”

See page 51 for Juliet Love’s entrance hallway tips.

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The book promises to help even the least creative person learn about balance, harmony, proportion and style to revamp all living spaces, regardless of the size.

Love Style, a hardcover book filled with style tips and stunning images, offers inspiration for making your private space a place you want to come home to.

You will find out how to get the designer look on a tight budget, use visual tricks to create the illusion of space and confidently match colours, textures and patterns.

An expert in the design industry, Juliet has styled the set for Channel 7’s The Morning Show and has worked for Vogue Living, Home Beautiful and The Lifestyle Channel.

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LEONIE AND CAM O’MAHONY’S home resembles a gallery paying homage to the decorating styles of the past six decades.

An unassuming 1970s front facade gives little indication of the interior that houses a collection of vibrant and funky pieces, many of which have a story to tell.

“I’ve never followed trends, I suppose I’m an individual. I don’t want to be the same as everyone else and I want my home to reflect that,” Leonie said.

The couple and their children Matilda, 9, and Alfie, 5, have called this place home for four years and in that time have undertaken a major internal facelift including ripping up the carpets to reveal polished hardwood floors, refurbishing the kitchen and bathroom and painting in light and bright shades to remove all traces of the previous brown colour scheme. >>> 25

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Above: A chest of drawers from the Camberwell market was updated with fabric panels and new handles.

Above right: An old record player fits perfectly with the decor in the O’Mahony’s home.

Above far right: Old cases, once used by children as school bags, are stacked on a timber ladder in the dining area.

Right: Discarded Scrabble tiles and children’s building blocks spell out a family sentiment.

Below far right: A timber sewing box, full of half used reels of cotton and other haberdashery items, was bought for $2 from a garage sale and sits on a timber buffet.

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“The orange shag pile rug in the lounge was recently purchased from the Shepparton Art Museum. It was a feature in their retro inspired exhibition.”

— Leonie O’Mahony

>>> 22 Original features have been retained including ornate ceiling cornice and sliding timber doors in-filled with patterned yellow glass.

“I love those doors, they’re so seventies. We have probably kept some things that other people would have ripped out,” Leonie said.

The bright kitchen features red benchtops and parrot-green cupboard doors contrasting with navy wall tiles and black and white chequered vinyl floor.

A display of shiny aluminium drinking cups and plastic storage canisters and handles, bought at an antique shop, complete the retro look.

“When you love colour it’s so hard to choose. KitchenWise (Shepparton) did a fantastic job. I think they were a bit worried about my choices but understood when they saw my home,” Leonie said.

She said she sees potential in things people would generally throw away and loves scouring op-shops, antique stores, garage sales and ebay for treasures.

A favourite piece, a deep-purple club lounge was bought for $70 from a Tatura op-shop, while a timber buffet with glass doors cost $15 and a chest of drawers, given a fresh look with a coat of paint and fabric covered doors, was a steal from Camberwell Market.

“When I paid $70 for that lounge I felt like I was robbing them,” Leonie said.

Not everything is second-hand; there are a few new items such as a patchwork love seat and a radio that looks like a 1950s juke box.

“I’m not opposed to buying new things but it must fit with the rest of the house,” Leonie said.

Sentimental family items, handed down to Leonie from previous generations are among her most treasured possessions and include her uncle’s piano accordion, an aunt’s picnic set, an oil lamp won by her grandfather and her own childhood collection of Enid Blyton books.

“Most of the canisters I have belonged to my nan. I remember asking her for biscuits from those when I was little and now they’re in my kitchen,” Leonie said. >>> 27

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The passage light fitting is new but the hanging cord resembles an old-fashioned telephone cord. “I bought that on clearance for $10 in Lights Plus in Shepparton because no-one wanted it but me,” Leonie said.

<<< 25 “My nan used to live in Murchison and I remember her travelling to Melbourne to visit with her brown Regent overnight bag. I used to think how ugly it was but now I have it and it’s so special to me it’s hanging on my bedroom wall.”

The bathroom was painted black and has black floor tiles, green wall tiles and the original vanity rejuvenated with a yellow bench, stained timber louvre doors refreshed with red paint and fabric covered drawers.

Leonie loves transforming the old pieces she finds and delights in knowing the stories attached to different items.

“I’m pretty simple in my needs. I don’t need fancy things, I’m grateful for what I’ve got and if I won Tattslotto, nothing would change,” Leonie said. v

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Twins Mackenzie and Lottie Palmer, 2, love their ‘big girl’ bedrooms.

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Gorgeous twins Mackenzie and Lottie Palmer, introduced to Our Home readers in 2014, have turned two and moved from their cots into single beds.

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The sisters, daughters of Jenna and Jonse Palmer, now sleep in beautifully decorated bedrooms with ‘big-girl’ beds and barely a trace of their baby days.

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Jenna, who has a natural flair for decorating, originally chose a French provincial theme for the nurseries and the neutral colour scheme has easily accommodated the conversion to toddler bedrooms.

“The colour scheme is airy, light and fresh with splashes of colour. I would advise people when it comes to kids’ rooms, to add colour and have fun with it,” Jenna said.

She said she avoided ‘pink overload’ when the girls were born, but introduced shades of the feminine colour to contrast with the teal to create a fun environment.

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The vintage-style single beds in a teal colour are Aldi, quaint shadow boxes from Spotlight and floating shelving from Bunnings.

Individual features in each room include a second-hand dolls house, bought from Little Ship in Shepparton and repainted by Jonse, and a bright pink and teal bookcase from Envy filled with the girls’ favourite books.

“You don’t have to spend a fortune to achieve a great look. I would rather spend a bit more on some special items they will have forever, their little keepsakes,” Jenna said.

“The girls come shopping with me sometimes but as they get older I imagine they will love the opportunity to choose their own things and add their personalities to their own bedrooms.” v

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Ancient cultures have believed in the health benefits of Himalayan rock salt for generations and now many modern Australian homes feature lamps made from the pure crystal.

“Following the Black Saturday bushfires

Owner of Tingling Toes Reflexology in Shepparton Ingrid Turner said the lamps create a soft ambient glow, adding to a harmonious atmosphere, and also have some positive health benefits.

was so fresh and there was no smoke,”

“The lamps help filter the air, which is particularly good for people with asthma or other respiratory illnesses. They also assist quality sleep, and many people keep them on their desks to help their concentration and reduce stress,” Ingrid said.

She said the positive ions emitted by household appliances and electronic devices as well as airborne mould, bacteria and allergens could be neutralised by the negative ions released by the Himalayan rock salt.

in 2009 the air was very smoky. We had salt lamps going in our building and when people came in from outside they asked us what we were doing because the air inside Ingrid said.

“Himalayan rock salt was formed millions of years ago when the oceans dried up and salt was trapped in the ground.

“The colour ranges from pale to dark orange depending on the mineral content, and because they are from a natural source no two lamps are exactly the same shape or colour.”

Ingrid advised homeowners to sit their salt lamps on a mat because they draw humidity from the air and can form a salt pool underneath that may mark surfaces. v

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Bi-fold windows open above the stone benchtops in the kitchen to the outdoor area. Geoff and Neroli Eddy plan to construct an outdoor bar and Balinese hut to complete the area that already houses a wood-fired pizza oven.

Far left: An ornate ceiling rose and curled glass chandelier makes a statement above the staircase.

Middle and opposite page: The glass and stainless steel staircase was designed to allow maximum light into the Numurkah home.

Above: Akril panelling is a durable, cost effective alternative to glass. Geoff and Neroli Eddy have used the product in their family bathroom and ensuite.

DURING A LENGTHY PLANNING process, Geoff and Neroli Eddy kept two key priorities in mind — creating a comfortable and spacious home for their family and minimising its impact on the environment.

The result of the two-year construction project undertaken by Geoff, a domestic builder, is an impressive architectural-style home that has ample room for their three children Bryce, 16, Adele, 13, and Jorja, 9.

Rendered Hebel panels form the walls, offering excellent thermal properties and soundproofing; the flat surface providing a contrast to the horizontal lines of Colorbond cladding.

Geoff said blocks of stacker stone, which add yet another dimension to the exterior, were added as an afterthought to effectively disguise unattractive expansion joints.

And aside from garden water pumped from the nearby Broken Creek, the property, on the outskirts of Numurkah, is self-sufficient in terms of electricity generation and water for house use.

The mix of different materials continues with bracing ply lining the verandahs; the rough textural finish emphasised with a timber stain and verandah posts constructed from stainless steel panels sandwiched between Merbau decking boards.

A 10 kW solar system ensures their electricity account is always in credit and three large rainwater tanks are often full due to the large catchment area of the house roof and nearby shed.

Double-glazed windows are strategically placed to capture warming winter sun while deflecting heat in the harsh Goulburn Valley summer.

The functionality of the home doesn’t detract from the appearance; instead the careful blend of exterior finishes allows the home to complement the natural bush surrounds.

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Close proximity to the Broken Creek means there is abundant birdlife near the Eddys’ home. A solar panel pumps water to an ornamental dam complete with an old tank on a leaning tank stand, which has become a talking point with passers-by

Above: A steel structure with angled louvres shades the northfacing bedroom windows from the harsh summer sun.

Below: Strips of stacker stone were added as an afterthought and add another dimension to the exterior of the contemporary home.

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“Building this took a lot of trial and error; the louvres are actually steel railing used in cattle yards. It took a long time to get the angles right,” Geoff said.

The efficiencies and practicality continues inside with LED lighting, spacious openplan living, an upstairs parents’ retreat and separate family room with a feature wall of retro wallpaper and French-built wood heater, which has a retractable glass door and sits on a raised black marble hearth.

Bold colours — burnt-orange glass splashbacks in the kitchen, teal-blue Akril panelling in the family bathroom and vibrant red in the ensuite — add personality to the otherwise neutral decor.

The entry features a quirky mural of a black and white photograph of Numurkah’s main street, taken in 1933 and printed on wallpaper.

The staircase is a masterpiece of stainless steel posts and cable with laminated glass treads.

“We didn’t want to block the view or light which is why we went for glass, but we couldn’t find a company that did both. So we got treads from one manufacturer and railing from another. It was a bit of an experiment and we had a nervous wait to see if it would work,” Geoff said.

And work it does. The staircase leads to the parents’ retreat with its own separate sitting room and balcony, a great place to enjoy uninterrupted views of the ornamental dam, ringed with palms and rocks and the creek beyond. v

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Double-glazed windows have two panes of glass with a pocket of air in between.

Rooftop solar panels can generate free electricity from the sun.

Strategically planted trees can offer shade protection for a home.

SPOTLIGHT

on energy efficiency Ensuring homes are energy efficient and reducing the reliance on electricity, gas and water has a twofold effect; it can lower costly bills and help improve the environment.

Whether building a new home or renovating your existing space, taking some time to investigate which efficiencies you can incorporate may be time well spent.

Consider these tips to ensure your home is sustainable in the long term.

house and can play a vital role in regulating the amount of sunlight that enters your home.

Many modern houses are constructed without eaves for a streamlined look but correctly positioned eaves can reduce the impact of the summer sun, which sits higher in the sky, while allowing in warming winter sun.

Insulation

Windows

Insulation acts as a barrier to heat and cold and is a requirement of construction approval for new homes and extensions.

Maximising views from the home is important but too much glass can make your home hot in summer and cold in winter. Limit the amount of glass on the west side of the house and consider installing double-glazed windows.

Older homes may not have adequate insulation but this can be rectified if there is good access to the roof cavity so ceiling batts can be installed. Existing walls are more difficult to insulate but when replastering inside or recladding outside be sure to insulate.

Double-glazed windows have two panes of glass with an air pocket in between, which helps retain heat during winter, reduce the impact of hot sun in summer and reduce condensation and noise.

Concrete slabs can act as thermal storage; alternatively homes built on stumps can be insulated underneath with products that fit snugly between the joists to repel cold air and draughts.

Some single-pane glass windows in existing houses can be modified to accommodate double glazing.

Insulation must be installed correctly and cut to fit instead of being squeezed in. Gaps and spaces can reduce insulation effectiveness by up to 40 per cent.

Cross ventilation is the positioning of windows to allow cooling breezes to sweep through the home, pushing out the hot air that has built up during the day.

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Eaves overhanging the exterior walls of a home offer sun protection.

said the Shepparton business undertakes a thorough energy audit on homes before advising which system will be the most cost effective.

Matt said many of his clients installed solar units to help reduce their power bills as well as doing something positive for the environment. He said the average system took between four and five years to pay for itself.

Water Harvesting rainwater in tanks is a way of life for farmers and people living out of town but homeowners in residential areas can reduce their water bills by installing water tanks.

Most manufacturers produce tanks capable of holding a few hundred litres of water up to thousands of litres in a variety of shapes and colours to suit space limitations and decorator themes.

Many homeowners install tanks to capture rainwater to water their gardens; reducing their reliance on the town supply and their water bills.

Orientation The siting of a house on the block can be a major factor in determining the comfort of the home regardless of the season.

The general rule is to position the areas of your home you use the most, usually the living areas, to face north to maximise the warmth and light from the sun for the greatest part of the day.

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Water tanks can reduce water bills.

Bedrooms located on the south side of the house are often cooler so more pleasant at night.

Lighting Natural lighting is the cheapest form of illuminating homes and needs to be considered during the planning stage with the strategic placement of windows.

Artificial lighting will still be required and Sustainability Victoria advises low-energy down lights use less energy but provide the same amount of light as other forms of lighting.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to consider that LEDs may not be the best solution in every space in your home and as down lights generate heat when switched on, adequate clearances between light fittings and insulation and other combustible materials must be adhered to.

Shade Established trees and shrubs can assist efforts to make a home more energy efficient by blocking out the harsh summer sun.

Consider planting deciduous trees on the west and north-west sides of the home to offer shade in summer and allow valuable winter sun to flood in when they lose their leaves.

Pergolas and verandahs can also offer shade protection, especially when constructed above paving and concrete near north-facing windows. Without these structures sun can reflect off paths and patios, directing heat inside through windows. v

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colour choice Last issue’s cover photo provided inspiration to overcome a decorating hurdle for Tatura’s Jackie Fogarty.

Jackie was debating on colours for her new home’s front door when the Our Home winter 2015 edition sparked a light-bulb moment.

The cover featured the striking blue front door to Carrie Donaldson and Luis Casanova’s Edwardian home in Shepparton.

Jackie and partner Danny Stephens had first planned to stain their front door when they moved into their home last December.

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Danny, who is a painter decorator, was more than happy for Jackie to be in Have you been inspired by Our Home? Send your before and after photos charge of the colour choice. to editor Corinna Boldiston at corinna.boldiston@sheppnews.com.au “For the last six months I had been

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“I’d looked at colour charts and paint swatches; I knew that I wanted something a bit different than beige or grey.

“Then I saw the last Our Home magazine, and there it was, the blue door. I was so excited!”

Our Home did not publish the colour of Carrie and Luis’ front door so Jackie took the magazine into the paint shop and matched it as best she could.

Danny has since painted the door Dulux Blue Beard and it ties in nicely with the blue fleck in the Boral Mocha bricks.

For the record, we have since confirmed the colour of the Carrie and Luis’ door on our magazine cover as British Paints Black Slate. v

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Far from being a wasted space, an entrance hall can give a sneak peek of the style of the home beyond.

Interior designer and stylist Juliet Love has dedicated several pages in her new book Love Style to the entry, giving valuable tips and advice on decorating to create a perfect first impression.

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A hall table with a pretty display — perhaps a lamp, some fresh flowers and meaningful, stylish ornaments — looks chic and inviting.

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Winter soups, curries and casseroles can be taken to a new level with aromatic herbs while in summer herbs can add much to salads, barbecue marinades and refreshing drinks.

Requiring little room in the garden, and even less care to grow, herbs are a valuable addition to every home — they can even be grown in small pots on a kitchen windowsill.

These frequently used herbs will flourish in Goulburn Valley backyards or on a sunny ledge.

PARSLEY: grow in full sun, annual plant; use in salads, stuffings, sauces and to garnish.

BASIL: grow in full sun, grow as an annual plant during summer; use in salads, pestos, perfect accompaniment for tomato.

MINT: grow in part shade, perennial plant; use in salads, add to summer drinks, peppermint tea can ease stomach pains.

THYME: grow in full sun, perennial plant; use in European, Cajun and Creole cooking, important ingredient in bouquet garni.

OREGANO: grow in full sun, perennial plant; use in Greek and Italian cooking.

CHIVES: grow in full sun to part shade, perennial plant; use in soups, salads and to garnish.

ROSEMARY: grow in full sun, perennial shrub; use to flavour oil, add to baked vegetables, use when cooking lamb.

SAGE: grow in full sun, perennial plant; use to flavour butter, in Italian cooking, great with chicken dishes.

CORIANDER: grow in full sun, grow as an annual plant during cooler months; use in Asian cooking, curries and with seafood. v

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Bring the interior of your home to life and create a relaxed environment with the addition of beautiful, healthy plants.

Indoor plants are celebrating a comeback with homeowners opting for structured plants in decorative pots to make a bold statement or fill a blank space.

Billabong Garden Complex manager Tracy Lamont said the resurgence of house plants was partly due to the plethora of home renovation television shows that used plants as an inexpensive way of dressing rooms.

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Dracaena: Characterised by strappy foliage, dracaena varieties grow to varying heights. Variegated leaves, some with pink or cream toned stripes are popular.

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Spathiphyllum: Commonly known as the ‘peace lily’, this is one of the easiest indoor plants to care for and will reward you with striking flowers.

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Philodendron: With a large variety of leaf shapes there is a philodendron to suit most decorating styles.

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Ficus: ‘The rubber plant’ is making a comeback; its glossy leaves are eye catching and respond well to white oil spray.

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Ferns: There are numerous varieties from the small delicate foliage of the maidenhair fern to the long fronds of the birds nest fern.

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Succulents: A low-maintenance collection of plants that can create a stylish centrepiece on the dining table.

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Sansevieria: More commonly known as ‘mother-in-law’s tongue’, this is an architectural plant with stiff, upright leaves and is considered almost indestructible.

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Maranta: The ‘Prayer plant’ is so named because of the way the oval leaves fold together at night like hands closed in prayer.

The community’s increasing environmental awareness that plants act as indoor air purifiers was another factor.

“Creating a home filled with living plants fits in with those who follow feng shui guidelines,” Tracy said.

“Some of the tropical or sub-tropical plants won’t grow outdoors here, but they will thrive inside so we can have the best of both worlds.”

Tracy said indoor plants fitted with all decorating themes; soft ferns complement cottage-style decor, dracaenas work with dark timbers and bold colours while Sansevieria Trifasciata — commonly known as ‘mother-in-law’s tongue’ — suits the clean and simple lines of modern homes.

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Venus fly trap: Great plants for children who are often fascinated by the way the plants trap insects.

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Kevin and Sally Monaghan spend hours each day maintaining their beautiful garden that is filled with quirky features constructed from SPRING/SUMMER recycled materials.2015 Our HOME

REMNANTS FROM SEVERAL SIGNIFICANT Shepparton structures have found a permanent home in Sally and Kevin Monaghans’ Kialla West garden.

The many quirky features easily draw the gaze of visitors but rather than detract from the garden, they enhance the mix of plants flourishing under the canopy of trees and shrubs.

Timber that once supported the grandstand at the Shepparton Showgrounds now forms the base of a rustic garden seat and an enormous 1600w globe, which cast light for WWII airmen during rookie training, bathes the Monaghans’ garden at night.

Exotic plants blended with natives and yuccas, marguerite daisies, hebes, hollyhocks, spring bulbs, marigolds, geraniums, diosmas and wisteria ensure there is colour and interest all year round.

The couple has sourced old pavers, destined for the tip, to create a raised seating area complete with honeysuckle covered arbour, and part of an old chaff cutter has been turned into ‘Burkitt’s Bench’; a seat named after the former neighbours who once owned the farming implement.

Sally’s quaint potting shed is crafted out of timber from disused SPC staff accommodation and their ‘bottle tree’, a collection of blue glass bottles atop carefully bent steel poles, is another talking point.

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Sally said the garden had been developed mostly from cuttings and the only strict rule was that if a particular plant didn’t grow it didn’t get planted again.

“This is not a precious plant garden by any means and there has been plenty of trial and error,” Sally said.

“After spending a lot of money on camellias and azaleas, we twigged the salty bore water was causing them to die so we gave up on those.”

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<<< 59 The Monaghans set about transforming the former horse paddock into a lifestyle property for their retirement eight years ago. Initial works included sinking a bore, installing a watering system around the boundary and bringing in truckloads of manure and compost to improve the soil.

Described by visitors as ‘whimsical’, the garden is a full-time job for Sally and Kevin but not one they consider a chore.

“The garden is our job; we get up in the morning, spend a few hours in the garden, have our lunch and then get back out into it again. You can’t have a garden like this if you’re not prepared to work in it,” Kevin said.

“We’ve both always enjoyed gardening, which is quite rare, usually one loves it and the other hates it.” >>> 63

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<<< 61 Sally said they complemented one another; she comes up with design ideas, they brainstorm together and Kevin does the heavy lifting, shifting and moving work while she takes care of the weeding.

Stone surrounds the house to appease Sally’s dislike of mud and dust; beyond that is a border of hardy agapanthus, lush lawns and mixed garden beds and walking paths around the perimeter of the 4000 sq m block.

Rocks salvaged from the collapsed wall of a Corio St home edge every garden bed and allow the couple flexibility to move or change the shape of areas simply by moving the rocks. >>> 64

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Evergreen shrubs ensure there is lush colour yearround in the Monaghans’ garden. Many of the plants are propagated by Sally in the purpose-built potting shed.

<<< 63 “This is not a ‘money’ garden; we don’t have marble and expensive things everywhere. It’s really a DIY garden, something the average person can achieve,” Kevin said.

The couple tune in to lifestyle programs, visit open gardens and pore over magazines to gain inspiration. “We find the gardening fraternity is very generous; people offer cuttings from plants and open their gardens for other people to get ideas. People know we like different things in the garden so they offer interesting things to us all the time,” Sally said. v

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The land specialists

CONNOLLY PARK Now selling:

Stage 6

Blocks available: 10 remain

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Blocks size from: 396 sq m

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Priced from:

$75,000

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Titles released:

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Location:

North Shepparton

Features: Enjoy convenient lifestyle in the North. Minutes from supermarkets, schools and sporting facilities.Spacious family living and entertaining.

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PARKSIDE GARDENS Now selling:

Stage 2

Blocks available: 9 remain Blocks size from: 350 sq m Priced from:

$73,500

Titles released:

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Location:

North Shepparton

Features: Designed with environmental sustainability in mind.

Located in parkland environment. 50% of the estate features wetlands.

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PARKSIDE Now selling:

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Stage 1

Blocks available: 8 Blocks size from: 569 sq m Priced from:

$65,000

Titles released:

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Location:

North Shepparton

Features: Affordable land — real value for money. Reviltalised neighborhood for North Shepparton. Access to community hub, close to schools/shops Contact Rocky Gagliardi: 0407 826 542

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FRONTAGE PRICE

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577

13.8

$64,000

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570

18.07

$63,000

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577

13.8

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569

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577

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569

13.8

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577

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706

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• Close to Major Sporting Facilities

• Close to Public Transport and Hospitals • Only 3 kilometers North of Shepparton’s CBD

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salads

Gone are the days when a salad constituted lettuce, tomato and cucumber on a plate.

Modern salads combine a variety of vegetables, fruits, pulses, nuts and seeds, flavoursome dressings and protein sources to offer a complete meal instead of just a side dish.

Your Health Naturally naturopath, nutritionist and herbalist Wendy Gordon said salads were an easy and inexpensive way of boosting our vitamin and mineral intake.

“I encourage people to eat simply, eat seasonally and eat fresh. We all have busy lifestyles and food doesn’t need to be complicated,” Wendy said.

Detox energy salad Recipe: Teresa Cutter, The Healthy Chef – Purely Delicious cookbook – 2 tbsp goji berries – 2 tsp ground flax seed (linseed)

– 150 g mixed leafy greens (cos, butter lettuce, iceberg, rocket, spinach, micro greens etc) – 1 avocado, quartered – 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds – 2 tbsp raw sunflower seeds – 2 tbsp roasted buckwheat

DRESSING – 4 tbsp cold-pressed olive oil – 2 tbsp aged balsamic

For families with young children, Wendy suggested making a salad platter to share, including coloured capsicum slices, baby spinach leaves, bean shoots, mushrooms and cheese.

Arrange the salad leaves in a serving bowl.

Add the avocado and sprinkle over the seeds and goji berries.

Serve with dressing.

Dressing: Combine dressing ingredients and pour over salad.

Serves 4

“Don’t be afraid to use vegetables you would normally cook, such as broccoli and cauliflower, in their raw state. Iceberg lettuce is also good, keep the leaves whole, add fillings and roll them up to eat as a crunchy wrap,” Wendy said.

Wendy Gordon’s tips •

Replace balsamic vinegar with apple cider vinegar, which has reduced sugar and increased health benefits.

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Healthy fats include flaxseed oil, olive oil, avocado, oily fish, nuts and seeds.

When it comes to salad dressings Wendy encourages shoppers to always check labels; simply by choosing natural yoghurt, whole egg mayonnaise, mustard and tamari instead of low-fat yoghurt, fat-free mayonnaise, barbecue sauce and sweet chilli sauce you will significantly reduce your sugar intake.

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Dry roast seeds and nuts to boost flavour before adding to salads.

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A simple dressing of olive or flaxseed oil mixed with apple cider vinegar and flavoured with lemon juice, chilli or mustard seeds is a healthy alternative to packaged dressings.

She said people shouldn’t be scared of healthy fats, especially Omega 3 which

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Blend raw cauliflower, cook in coconut oil and use as a lowcarbohydrate, nutrient-dense alternative to rice.

A good tip for busy people was to mix-up a large quantity of salad greens, shoots and vegetables in an air-tight container, removing an individual portion each morning and adding a protein source for a healthy work lunch.

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Roasted pumpkin apple salad, walnuts and apple balsamic Recipe: Teresa Cutter, The Healthy Chef – Purely Delicious cookbook – 1 butternut pumpkin (winter squash), peeled and cut into rounds – 2 tbsp olive oil – ½ tsp ground cinnamon – 2 red apples, cut into rounds (skin and core included) – 2 oranges, juice and zest – 100 g baby spinach leaves or mixed greens

– 2 handfuls of walnuts, lightly roasted –150 g feta or 2 avocados – 2 tbsp parsley, chopped APPLE BALSAMIC – 4 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar – 2 tsp apple juice concentrate

Preheat oven to 200°C. Combine pumpkin with the olive oil and lay onto two baking trays lined with baking paper.

Season pumpkin with sea salt and ground cinnamon.

Roast for 30 minutes or until pumpkin is tender and golden.

Heat a large heavy-based pan over a medium heat and sauté the apple slices with a little olive oil until golden on both sides.

Squeeze in orange juice and add a little zest over the apple and give the pan a good swirl. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Place baby spinach leaves onto the base of a serving platter or individual serving plates.

Arrange the warm pumpkin, layering with the apple, over the baby spinach.

Garnish with roasted walnuts, feta (or avocado if using) and parsley.

Combine dressing ingredients and drizzle over the top before serving.

Add a scatter of chickpeas before serving (if desired).

Serves 4.

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